Tigres UANL vs Necaxa Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match

Tigres UANL host Necaxa at Estadio Universitario in San Nicolas de los Garza on 6 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 01:00 UTC in the Liga MX Apertura 2026, round “Apertura - 7”. Both sides are looking to climb the table: Tigres UANL come into this fixture sitting 16th with 5 points and a goal difference of -2, while Necaxa are 12th with 7 points and a -3 goal difference. In this context, Tigres UANL vs Necaxa stats take on extra importance as both clubs seek momentum in the Apertura phase.

Tigres UANL have been stronger at home than away so far, unbeaten in their two home league games with one win and one draw, scoring four and conceding two. Necaxa, meanwhile, have struggled to impose themselves on the road, taking just one point from two away matches. With the league table still tight, this match at Estadio Universitario could be a key swing game in the battle for mid-table stability and potential play-off positioning.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive recent series between Tigres UANL and Necaxa in Liga MX and the Clausura knockout phase.

Previous meetings: 5
Tigres UANL wins: 2
Draws: 3
Necaxa wins: 0

Tigres UANL vs Necaxa Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Tigres UANL vs Necaxa timeline from the available fixtures, the matchup has been defined by tight contests and several draws, especially in high-stakes Clausura games. All five recorded meetings fall within Liga MX competition, including both regular-season clashes and a knockout tie in the Clausura Quarter-finals.

On 2 March 2025 in the Liga MX 2024 Clausura - 10 round, Necaxa hosted Tigres UANL at Estadio Victoria in Aguascalientes. The match finished Necaxa 1–2 Tigres UANL after a goalless first half (Half-time: 0–0), underlining Tigres’ ability to edge close away encounters. That result set the tone for Tigres often finding ways to avoid defeat in this pairing.

The rivalry intensified in the Clausura - Quarter-finals of the 2024 season. On 9 May 2025 at Estadio Victoria, Necaxa and Tigres UANL played out a tight Necaxa 0–0 Tigres UANL (Half-time: 0–0). The return leg followed on 12 May 2025 at Estadio Universitario in San Nicolás de los Garza, where Tigres UANL and Necaxa drew 2–2 (Half-time: 0–0). Those back-to-back draws in the knockout phase highlight how evenly matched the sides have been when the pressure is highest.

In regular-season play, Tigres UANL have shown attacking power at home. On 18 October 2025 in Liga MX 2025 Apertura - 13 at Estadio Universitario in Monterrey, Tigres UANL defeated Necaxa 5–3 (Half-time: 3–2), producing the highest-scoring fixture in the recent series. Most recently, on 18 April 2026 in Liga MX 2025 Clausura - 15 at Estadio Victoria, Necaxa and Tigres UANL drew 1–1 (Half-time: 1–0), again underlining Necaxa’s difficulty in turning performances into wins against Tigres despite competitive displays.

Tigres UANL vs Necaxa Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Tigres UANL vs Necaxa stats point to Tigres holding a clear edge in results, with Necaxa still searching for a first win in this sequence of meetings.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Tigres UANL 10 - 6 Necaxa
Average Goals per Match: Tigres UANL 2.00 vs Necaxa 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

At Estadio Universitario: 2 matches played here — Tigres UANL won 1 (as home side), Necaxa won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
At Estadio Victoria: 3 matches played here — Necaxa won 0 (as home side), Tigres UANL won 1 (as away side), 2 draws

Tigres UANL vs Necaxa Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Tigres UANL vs Necaxa last results in recent competitive fixtures:

18 April 2026: Necaxa 1–1 Tigres UANL (Half-time: 1–0) – Liga MX 2025 Clausura - 15
18 October 2025: Tigres UANL 5–3 Necaxa (Half-time: 3–2) – Liga MX 2025 Apertura - 13
12 May 2025: Tigres UANL 2–2 Necaxa (Half-time: 0–0) – Liga MX 2024 Clausura - Quarter-finals
9 May 2025: Necaxa 0–0 Tigres UANL (Half-time: 0–0) – Liga MX 2024 Clausura - Quarter-finals
2 March 2025: Necaxa 1–2 Tigres UANL (Half-time: 0–0) – Liga MX 2024 Clausura - 10

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Tigres UANL Matches Results and Stats

For Tigres UANL, the pattern in Apertura 2026 has been inconsistency, reflected in a form line of DWLLD and only one win from six league fixtures. Season to date, Tigres have played six matches, winning one, drawing two and losing three. They have scored eight goals and conceded ten, averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per match. At Estadio Universitario, however, they have been more solid, with four goals scored and only two conceded across two home games, including two clean sheets overall in the campaign.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 2, Lose 3 (season to date)

Last 5 Necaxa Matches Results and Stats

Necaxa’s season to date has also been mixed, with a form sequence of LDLLW and two wins, one draw and three defeats from six league games. They have scored eight and conceded eleven, mirroring Tigres’ attacking output but with a slightly weaker defensive record at 1.8 goals conceded per match. At home, Necaxa have split their four games with two wins and two losses, while away they have yet to win, with one draw and one defeat and a 2–4 goal record. Notably, Necaxa have not kept a clean sheet yet this season but have also not failed to score in any league match.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 3 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the head-to-head record and current-season form suggest Tigres UANL hold a statistical advantage ahead of this Apertura - 7 clash. Historically, Tigres are unbeaten in the five most recent meetings, with two wins and three draws, and a 10–6 aggregate goal edge. At Estadio Universitario, Tigres have never lost to Necaxa in the recorded fixtures and have shown they can produce high-scoring performances at home. Season to date, Tigres have been stronger at home than away, while Necaxa’s away record remains modest and their defense has yet to show real stability. The balance of Tigres UANL vs Necaxa stats and the recent Tigres UANL vs Necaxa timeline therefore tilts slightly toward the hosts, though the frequency of draws in direct meetings underlines that Necaxa have consistently been competitive in this matchup.

Tigres UANL vs Necaxa H2H Statistics updated on 1 September 2026.